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Tim Cook 'crazy' to join Apple

Defying advice, Tim Cook recalls the 'crazy' decision to join Apple, marking the start of an unpredictable but revolutionary tech journey.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2013

Apple

Apple strikes Warner Music deal as iRadio nears

News that the electronics giant will launch an iRadio service at the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference gathers momentum.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2013

Apple

Samsung reveals Galaxy S4 mini

Electronics giant introduces compact version of company's bestselling smartphone, yet no signs of Kiwi pricing and availability.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2013

Apple

Renaissance Director and Acting CEO resigns

Ron Halls resigns as Renaissance Director and Acting CEO for personal reasons, leaving on May 31. Board praises his impactful service.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 31st May 2013

Microsoft

The PC is not dead, long live the PC

Microsoft's VP declares the PC era far from over, evolving into diverse forms - a direct challenge to the 'post PC' narrative.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 31st May 2013

Gaming

App Review - Scramble With Friends

Now, we all love a word game, and sometimes I do get a little bored with Scrabble (shock!), so it's nice to have a break and play some other word games.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 31st May 2013

Google

Google revamps Gmail inbox

Google introduces new-look Gmail inbox with message sorting tabs to improve email efficiency and cut down on spam.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 31st May 2013

Apple

Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone sold every second

Electronics giant confirms channel sales of flagship smartphone surpasses 10 million units, sold less than a month after its debut.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 31st May 2013

Supply Chain

Apple cuts Foxconn supply chain

Pegatron added to Apple's manufacturing list as company lowers the risk of relying too heavily on one producer.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 31st May 2013

Microsoft

Get your first look at Windows 8.1

Microsoft unveils Windows 8.1, emphasizing it is an update, not replacement, to Windows 8. Available as a free update later this year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 31st May 2013

Gaming

App Review: Pandemic 2.5

Unleash chaos in Pandemic 2.5, a game where your twisted fantasies of global doom unfold on iOS, albeit with more tedium than terror. 2/5 stars.

By Benjamin Matthews • 2 min read • Thu, 30th May 2013

Gaming

App Review: Cut the Rope

The barren wasteland known as Russia is known for a few things; the birthplace of modern communism, crappy cars, and mega nuclear fallouts.

By Benjamin Matthews • 2 min read • Thu, 30th May 2013

Apple

'Game changing' Apple set to 'surprise us all'

Tim Cook hints at 'game-changers' from Apple, promising wearable tech that'll leave us all agog amidst innovation doubts.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 30th May 2013

Apple

What's your ideal smartphone screen size?

As phone screens grow, a report reveals 4.5 is the new ideal. With a surge in 'phablet' interest, what's your perfect size?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2013

iOS

Will Apple introduce a new-look iOS 7 design?

Apple's iOS 7 is poised for a dramatic redesign, bidding skeuomorphism farewell for a black, white, and flat look, as Jonathan Ive leads the overhaul.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2013